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Business

Paper

 

Ordinary Council Meeting

 

Council Chambers, Gundagai

 

6:00PM, Tuesday 23rd January, 2024

 

Administration Centres:  1300 459 689

 

 

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

 

The Mayor & Councillors

Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council

PO Box 420

Cootamundra NSW 2590

NOTICE OF MEETING

An Ordinary Meeting of Council will be held in the Council Chambers, Gundagai on:

Tuesday, 23rd January, 2024 at 6:00PM

The agenda for the meeting is enclosed.

Steve McGrath

Interim General Manager

 

Live Streaming of Meetings Statement

 

This meeting is streamed live via the internet and an audio-visual recording of the meeting will be publicly available on Council's website.

 

By attending this meeting, you consent to your image and, or, voice being live streamed and publicly available. Please refrain from making any defamatory statements.

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

AGENDA

Order Of Business

 

1          Acknowledgement of Country. 5

2          Open Forum.. 5

3          Apologies. 5

4          Disclosures of Interest. 5

5          Confirmation of Minutes. 6

5.1            Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 12 December 2023. 6

6          Mayoral Minutes. 28

6.1            Mayoral Minute - Councillor Engagement 28

7          Reports from Committees. 30

8          General Manager’s Report. 30

8.1            General Manager Office. 31

8.1.1        Christmas in Cootamundra. 31

8.1.2        Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) National General Assembly 2024. 35

8.1.3        Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils (REROC) Meeting Minutes  62

8.2            Business. 146

8.2.1        Stockinbingal Ellwood's Hall s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes. 146

8.2.2        Cootamundra Heritage Centre Management s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes  151

8.3            Finance. 154

8.3.1        Finance Update - December 2023. 154

8.3.2        Restricted Cash Reconciliation - December 2023. 158

8.3.3        Investment Report - December 2023. 160

8.4            Sustainable Development. 165

8.5            Engineering Cootamundra. 166

8.5.1        Cootamundra Engineering Report - January 2024. 166

8.6            Engineering Gundagai 168

8.6.1        Gundagai Engineering Report - January 2024. 168

8.7            Regional Services Gundagai 170

8.7.1        Regional Services Gundagai Works Report for December 2023. 170

8.8            Regional Services Cootamundra. 174

8.8.1        Regional Services Department Monthly Works Report 174

9          Motion of which Notice has been Given. 179

9.1            Notice of Motion - Christmas in Cootamundra. 179

10       Questions with Notice. 180

11       Confidential Items. 180

 


1            Acknowledgement of Country

Council acknowledges the Wiradjuri people, the Traditional Custodians of the Land at which the meeting is held and pays its respects to Elders, both past and present, of the Wiradjuri Nation and extends that respect to other Aboriginal people who are present.

ADJOURN MEETING FOR OPEN FORUM

2            Open Forum

RESUME OPEN MEETING

3            Apologies

4            Disclosures of Interest


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

5            Confirmation of Minutes

5.1         Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 12 December 2023

REPORTING OFFICER

Teresa Breslin, Executive Assistant to Mayor and General Manager

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations  

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1.   Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 12 December 2023

2.   Confidential Minutes of the Closed Session of Council held on Tuesday 12 December 2023 (under separate cover)

Provisions for Confidentiality

Section 10A (2) (a) - personnel matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors).

 

Recommendation

1.   The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 12 December 2023 be confirmed as a true and correct record of the meeting.

2.   The Confidential Minutes of the Closed Session of Council held on Tuesday 12 December 2023 be confirmed as a true and correct record of the meeting.

 

 


 

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Minutes

Ordinary Council Meeting

 

Alby Schultz meeting Centre, Cootamundra

 

6:00PM, Tuesday 12th December, 2023

 

Administration Centres:  1300 459 689

 

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Minutes

12 December 2023

 

MINUTES OF Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council
Ordinary Council Meeting
HELD AT THE
Alby Schultz meeting Centre, Cootamundra
ON
Tuesday, 12 December 2023 AT 6:00PM

 

PRESENT:                 Cr Charlie Sheahan (Mayor), Cr Gil Kelly (Deputy Mayor), Cr Leigh Bowden, Cr Les Boyd, Cr Logan Collins (MS-Teams), Cr Trevor Glover, Cr David Graham, Cr Abb McAlister, Cr Penny Nicholson

IN ATTENDANCE:     Steve McGrath (Interim General Manager), Paul Woods (Interim Deputy General Manager - CCD), Matt Stubbs (Deputy General Manager - Operations), Linda Wiles (Manager Business), Zac Mahon (Manager Finance), Michael Mason (Interim Manager Sustainable Development)

1            Acknowledgement of Country

The Chairperson acknowledged the Wiradjuri people who are the Traditional Custodians of the Land at which the meeting was held and paid his respects to Elders, both past and present, of the Wiradjuri Nation and extended that respect to other Aboriginal people who were present.

Adjourn Meeting For Open Forum

Resolution  328/2023  

Moved:       Cr Leigh Bowden

Seconded:   Cr David Graham

Council adjourn for Open Forum.

Carried

 

2            Open Forum

List of Speakers

1.      David Harris – Compliance Issue

Resume Open Meeting

Resolution  329/2023  

Moved:       Cr Penny Nicholson

Seconded:   Cr Les Boyd

Council resume the Open Meeting.

Carried

 

Cr Glover entered meeting 6:05pm

3            Apologies and Leave of Absenc

3.1         Apologies

Nil

3.2         Leave of Absence

Nil

4            Disclosures of Interest

Nil

5            Confirmation of Minutes

5.1         Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 28 November 2023

Resolution  330/2023  

Moved:       Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded:   Cr Abb McAlister

The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 28 November 2023 be confirmed as a true and correct record of the meeting.

Carried

 

6            Mayoral Minutes

6.1         Mayoral Minute - Councillor Engagement

Resolution  331/2023  

Moved:       Cr Charlie Sheahan

Seconded:   Cr Penny Nicholson

The information in the Councillor Engagements Mayoral Minute be received and noted.

Carried

The Mayor also acknowledged two young women across the local government area who have achieved outstanding personal endeavours. Those being:

1.      Indi Cooper – Gundagai – nomination Marie Claire women of the year award 2023.

2.      Grace Neil – Cootamundra – won Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarship 2023.

 

Amendments to Be Noted:

Cr McAlister attended the 12 December 2023 Ordinary Council Meeting.

Crs Nicholson and McAlister attended the Gundagai High School Presentation function on 8 December 2023.

Crs Bowden and Sheahan (Mayor) did not attend a Co-op AGM on 29th November. This did not take place.

 

 

6.2         Mayoral Minute - Correspondence from Sister City - Hemet California

Resolution  332/2023  

Moved:       Cr Abb McAlister

Seconded:   Cr Leigh Bowden

That Council acknowledge the correspondence and gift received from the City of Hemet and respond in kind.

Carried

 

7            Reports from Committees

Nil

8            General Manager’s Report

8.1         General Manager Office

8.1.1      Meeting Dates 2024

Resolution  333/2023  

Moved:       Cr David Graham

Seconded:   Cr Trevor Glover

That:

1.   The Ordinary Council Meetings take place at 6:00pm on the fourth Tuesday of the Month from January to November.

2.   The Workshop Meetings of Council take place at 4:00pm on the second and fourth Tuesday of the Month from February to November.

3.   The Ordinary Council Meeting and Workshop held in December take place on the second Tuesday of the Month.

4.   The January Workshop Meeting take place on the fourth Tuesday of the Month.

5.   The current arrangement of alternating meetings between Cootamundra and Gundagai remain in place for CGRC.

6.   Alternatives to the current meeting arrangements be considered if requested.

Carried


 

 

8.1.2      NSW ALGWA Conference 2024

Resolution  334/2023  

Moved:       Cr David Graham

Seconded:   Cr Leigh Bowden

1.   The Australian Local Government Women’s Association (ALGWA) NSW program, attached to the report, be received and noted.

2.   Council support Cr Bowden and Cr Nicholson to attend the ALGWA NSW Conference in 2024.

Carried

 

8.2         Business

8.2.1      Australia Day 2024

Resolution  335/2023  

Moved:       Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded:   Cr Leigh Bowden

1.             Information on Australia Day Awards 2024 be received and noted.

2.             Council acknowledge the overview of the Australia Day Award nominations at its 12 December workshop and also acknowledge the nominated award recipients for the 2024 Australia Day Ceremonies.

3.             The submission of the Australia Day 2024 Community Grant be noted.

4.             Council include a Community Group Recognition Award for 2024, and future years.

Carried

 

8.2.2      Muttama Hall Management s.355 Committee AGM Meeting Minutes and Membership

Resolution  336/2023  

Moved:       Cr Trevor Glover

Seconded:   Cr David Graham

1.   The Minutes of the Muttama Hall Management s.355 AGM Meeting held on 22 November 2023, attached to the report, be noted.

2.   The office bearers and membership of the Muttama Hall Management s.355 Committee, as detailed in the report, be endorsed.

Carried

 

8.2.3      The Arts Centre Cootamundra s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes

Resolution  337/2023  

Moved:       Cr Leigh Bowden

Seconded:   Cr Abb McAlister

The Minutes of The Arts Centre Cootamundra s.355 Committee Meeting held 16 November 2023 attached to the report, be received and noted.

Carried

 

8.2.4      Cootamundra Heritage Centre Management s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes

Resolution  338/2023  

Moved:       Cr Les Boyd

Seconded:   Cr Trevor Glover

The Minutes of the Cootamundra Heritage Centre Management s.355 Committee Meeting held 6 November 2023, attached to the report, be received and noted.

Carried

 

8.2.5      Muttama Creek Regeneration Group s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes

Resolution  339/2023  

Moved:       Cr David Graham

Seconded:   Cr Les Boyd

The Minutes of the Muttama Creek Regeneration Group s.355 Committee meeting held 9 October 2023, attached to the report be, received and noted.

Carried

 

8.3         Finance

8.3.1      Finance Update - November 2023

Resolution  340/2023  

Moved:       Cr Abb McAlister

Seconded:   Cr Trevor Glover

The Finance Update report, be received and noted.

Carried

 

8.3.2      Restricted Cash Reconciliation - November 2023

Resolution  341/2023  

Moved:       Cr David Graham

Seconded:   Cr Penny Nicholson

The Restricted Cash Reconciliation report, be received and noted.

Carried

 

8.3.3      Investment Report - November 2023

Resolution  342/2023  

Moved:       Cr David Graham

Seconded:   Cr Trevor Glover

The report detailing Council Cash and Investments as at 30 November 2023, be received and noted.

Carried

 

8.4         Sustainable Development

8.4.1      Draft Swimming Pool Inspection Policy and Program

Resolution  343/2023  

Moved:       Cr Leigh Bowden

Seconded:   Cr Penny Nicholson

1.   To place the Draft Swimming Pool Inspection Policy and Program on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.

2.   That, if no submissions are received during the exhibition period that would require material alteration to the draft Swimming Pool Inspection Policy and Program, it be adopted.

Carried

 

8.4.2      Draft Model Contaminated Land Policy

Resolution  344/2023  

Moved:       Cr Trevor Glover

Seconded:   Cr Abb McAlister

That Council resolve:

1.       To place the Draft Model Contaminated Land Policy on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.

2.       That, if no submissions are received during the exhibition period that would require material alteration to the Draft Model Contaminated Land Policy, it be adopted.

Carried

 

8.4.3      DA2023/101 - 6 Pinkerton Lane, Cootamundra

Resolution  345/2023  

Moved:       Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded:   Cr Les Boyd

That Council issue Deferred Commencement Approval for the following development subject to the consent conditions below:

·   Application No: DA2023/101

·   Property: Lot: 1 DP: 1296902, 6 Pinkerton Lane, Cootamundra

·   Erection of a new shed ancillary to existing dwelling and continued use of carport (erected without consent) ancillary to existing dwelling.

DEFERRED COMMENCEMENT CONDITION

This consent does not operate and may not be acted on until the consent authority is satisfied of the following matter(s):

Testing of the imported fill on which the shed is proposed to be located has been undertaken and shows the material is:

a)    Virgin Excavated Natural Material as defined in Schedule 1 of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997; or

b)    a material identified as being subject to a resource recovery exemption by the NSW EPA; or

c)    a combination of Virgin Excavated Natural Material as defined in Schedule 1 of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 and a material identified as being subject to a resource recovery exemption by the NSW EPA.

Evidence of the above relevant matter(s) must be produced to the consent authority, within 366 days of the date of the determination, otherwise the consent will lapse.

Under section 88(3) of the EP&A Regulation, the consent authority will notify you in writing if the matters above have been satisfied and the date from which this consent operates.

The conditions of development consent below apply from the date that this consent operates.

General Conditions

1

Compliance with Building Code of Australia and insurance requirements under Home Building Act 1989

1.    It is a condition of a development consent for development that involves building work that the work must be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Building Code of Australia.

2.    It is a condition of a development consent for development that involves residential building work for which a contract of insurance is required under the Home Building Act 1989, Part 6 that a contract of insurance is in force before building work authorised to be carried out by the consent commences.

3.    It is a condition of a development consent for a temporary structure used as an entertainment venue that the temporary structure must comply with Part B1 and NSW Part H102 in Volume 1 of the Building Code of Australia.

4.    In subsection (1), a reference to the Building Code of Australia is a reference to the Building Code of Australia as in force on the day on which the application for the construction certificate was made.

5.    In subsection (3), a reference to the Building Code of Australia is a reference to the Building Code of Australia as in force on the day on which the application for development consent was made.

6.    This section does not apply—

a.    to the extent to which an exemption from a provision of the Building Code of Australia or a fire safety standard is in force under the Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development Certification and Fire Safety) Regulation 2021, or

b.    to the erection of a temporary building, other than a temporary structure to which subsection (3) applies.

Condition reason: Prescribed condition under section 69 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021.

2

Erection of signs

1.    This section applies to a development consent for development involving building work, subdivision work or demolition work.

2.    It is a condition of the development consent that a sign must be erected in a prominent position on a site on which building work, subdivision work or demolition work is being carried out—

a.    showing the name, address and telephone number of the principal certifier for the work, and

b.    showing the name of the principal contractor, if any, for the building work and a telephone number on which the principal contractor may be contacted outside working hours, and

c.     stating that unauthorised entry to the work site is prohibited.

3.    The sign must be—

a.    maintained while the building work, subdivision work or demolition work is being carried out, and

b.    removed when the work has been completed.

4.    This section does not apply in relation to—

a.    building work, subdivision work or demolition work carried out inside an existing building, if the work does not affect the external walls of the building, or

b.    Crown building work certified to comply with the Building Code of Australia under the Act, Part 6.

Condition reason: Prescribed condition under section 70 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021.

3

Notification of Home Building Act 1989 requirements

1.    This section applies to a development consent for development involving residential building work if the principal certifier is not the council.

2.    It is a condition of the development consent that residential building work must not be carried out unless the principal certifier for the development to which the work relates has given the council written notice of the following—

a.    for work that requires a principal contractor to be appointed—

i.     the name and licence number of the principal contractor, and

ii.    the name of the insurer of the work under the Home Building Act 1989, Part 6,

b.    for work to be carried out by an owner-builder—

i.     the name of the owner-builder, and

ii.    if the owner-builder is required to hold an owner-builder permit under the Home Building Act 1989—the number of the owner-builder permit.

3.    If the information notified under subsection (2) is no longer correct, it is a condition of the development consent that further work must not be carried out unless the principal certifier has given the council written notice of the updated information.

4.    This section does not apply in relation to Crown building work certified to comply with the Building Code of Australia under the Act, Part 6.

Condition reason: Prescribed condition under section 71 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021.

4

Approved plans and supporting documentation

Development must be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans and documents, except where the conditions of this consent expressly require otherwise.

Approved plans

Plan number

Revision number

Plan title

Drawn by

Date of plan

A.01

C

Site Plan

DA Busters

21/09/2023 received by council 30/11/2023

-

B

Carport Plans

DA Busters

30/11/2023

-

-

Shed Plan and Elevations

Shed Tech

24/03/2023

In the event of any inconsistency with the approved plans and a condition of this consent, the condition prevails.

Condition reason: To ensure all parties are aware of the approved plans and supporting documentation that applies to the development.

Before building work commences

5

Appointment of a Principal Certifier

Prior to the commencement of any construction works, the person having benefit of this Development Consent must appoint a Principal Certifier. 

Condition reason: To ensure legislative requirements are met.

6

Construction Certificate

A Construction Certificate must be submitted and approved by a nominated Certifier prior to any building works taking place on the subject site. The Construction Certificate must be lodged via the NSW Planning Portal.

Condition reason: To ensure compliance with the requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021.

7

Erosion and sediment controls in place

Before any site work commences, the Principal Certifier, must be satisfied that erosion and sediment controls in the erosion and sediment control plan are in place. These controls must remain in place until any bare earth has been restabilized in accordance with 'Managing Urban Stormwater: Soils and Construction’ prepared by Landcom (the Blue Book) (as amended from time to time).

Condition reason: To ensure sediment laden runoff and site debris do not impact local stormwater systems and waterways.

8

Notice of intention to commence building work

The proponent must give the Principal Certifier at least 2 days notice of their intention to commence building works. The notice of intention to commence building works must be lodged on the NSW Planning Portal in accordance with Section 6.6 of Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Section 59 of Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development Certification and Fire Safety) Regulation 2021.

Condition reason: To ensure legislative requirements are met

9

Underground Services

The proponent shall locate and identify all existing underground services prior to commencement of works and ensure there shall be no conflict between the proposed development and existing infrastructure including areas external to the development site where works are proposed.

Condition reason: To ensure the utility services are protected and satisfactory for the proposed development.

During building work

10

Discovery of relics and Aboriginal objects

While site work is being carried out, if a person reasonably suspects a relic or Aboriginal object is discovered:

a.  the work in the area of the discovery must cease immediately;

b. the following must be notified

i.     for a relic – the Heritage Council; or

ii.    for an Aboriginal object – the person who is the authority for the protection of Aboriginal objects and Aboriginal places in New South Wales under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974, section 85.

Site work may recommence at a time confirmed in writing by:

a.  for a relic – the Heritage Council; or

b. for an Aboriginal object – the person who is the authority for the protection of Aboriginal objects and Aboriginal places in New South Wales under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974, section 85.

Condition reason: To ensure the protection of objects of potential significance during works.

11

Procedure for critical stage inspections

While building work is being carried out, the work must not continue after each critical stage inspection unless the principal certifier is satisfied the work may proceed in accordance with this consent and the relevant construction certificate.

Condition reason: To require approval to proceed with building work following each critical stage inspection.

12

Approved Plans

A copy of the endorsed plans, specifications, development consent, the construction certificate and any other certificates to be relied upon shall be available on site at all times during construction.

Condition reason: To ensure compliance with relevant plans and approvals

13

Deliveries

While site work is being carried out, deliveries of material and equipment must only be carried out between—

·      Mondays to Fridays - 7:00am to 6:00pm;

·      Saturdays - 8:00am to 1:00pm; 

·      No work permitted on Sundays and Public Holidays.

Condition reason: To protect the amenity of neighbouring properties.

14

Earthworks

No earthworks are permitted to be undertaken beyond those detailed on the approved plans unless otherwise permitted by the exempt development provisions of State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008.

Condition reason: To ensure that the development is consistent with the approval

15

Footpath Storage

Building materials not to be stored on Council footway or nature strip at any time. 

Condition reason: To ensure an adequate level of public safety is maintained.

16

Hours of Work

Site work must only be carried out between the following times –

·      Mondays to Fridays - 7:00am to 6:00pm;

·      Saturdays - 8:00am to 1:00pm; and 

·      No work is permitted on Sundays and Public Holidays.

Site work is not to be carried out outside of these times except where there is an emergency, or for urgent work directed by a police officer or a public authority. 

Condition reason: To protect the amenity of the surrounding area.

17

Restricted Public Access

It is the responsibility of the proponent to restrict public access to the building site, building works or materials or equipment on the site when building work is not in progress or the site is otherwise unoccupied in accordance with SafeWork NSW Regulations.

Condition reason: To ensure public safety is maintained.

18

Roof Water

Roof water generated by the development must be discharged to the water table or a rainwater tank complying with exempt development provisions of State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008. The stormwater outlet or tank overflow outlet must discharge:-

·      to the watertable; and

·      away from any buildings, structures, property boundaries and effluent disposal area;

The point of discharge from the overflow must be

·      protected from being crushed or damaged; and

·      provided with scour protection to prevent erosion

Condition reason: To ensure that roof water is disposed of without nuisance to neighbours, damage to property or the environment.

19

Works Near Electricity Infrastructure

Given there is electricity infrastructure in the area, it is the responsibility of the person/s completing any works around powerlines to understand their safety responsibilities. SafeWork NSW (www.safework.nsw.gov.au) has publications that provide guidance when working close to electricity infrastructure. These include the Code of Practice – Work near Overhead Power Lines and Code of Practice – Work near Underground Assets.

Condition reason: Safety of workers and building occupants.

20

Activities within Electricity Easements and Close to Infrastructure

Essential Energy’s records indicate there is electricity infrastructure located within close proximity of the property. Any activities within this location must be undertaken in accordance with the latest industry guideline currently known as ISSC 20 Guideline for the Management of Activities within Electricity Easements and Close to Infrastructure. Approval may be required from Essential Energy should activities within the property encroach on the electricity infrastructure.

Condition reason: Safety of workers, building occupants and protection of electricity infrastructure.

Before issue of an occupation certificate

21

Repair of infrastructure

Before the issue of an occupation certificate any public infrastructure damaged as a result of the carrying out of work approved under this consent (including damage caused by, but not limited to, delivery vehicles, waste collection, contractors, sub-contractors, concreting vehicles) must be fully repaired to the written satisfaction of Council, and at no cost to Council.

Condition reason: To ensure any damage to public infrastructure is rectified.

22

Occupation of building

A person must not commence occupation or use of the whole or any part of the buildings unless an occupation certificate has been issued by the appointed Principal Certifier.

Condition reason: To ensure the development is completed to a safe standard to allow use or occupation and to ensure compliance with the requirements of this consent.

23

Stabilisation of Earthworks

Prior to the issue of an Occupation Certificate all earthworks must be appropriately retained or battered at a ratio no steeper than 1:3 (vertical: horizontal) and vegetated to prevent erosion.

Any retaining wall constructed on-site must comply with the exempt development provisions of State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying development Codes) 2007 or have necessary development and construction approval.

Condition reason: To ensure earthworks are appropriately protected.

Occupation and Ongoing use

24

Use of non-habitable structures

The shed shall not be used or adapted for any residential, commercial or industrial purpose unless prior development consent has been obtained.

Condition reason: To ensure the structure is used in accordance with this approval.

 

VOTING RECORD

FOR RESOLUTION

AGAINST RESOLUTION

Cr Charlie Sheahan (Mayor)

Cr Gil Kelly

Cr Leigh Bowden

Cr Les Boyd

Cr Logan Collins

Cr Trevor Glover

Cr David Graham

Cr Abb McAlister

Cr Penny Nicholson

Nil

ABSENT

DECLARED INTEREST

Nil

Nil

 

Carried

 

8.4.4      DA2023/035 - 190 and 274 Turners Lane, Cootamundra - proposed six (6) lot subdivision

Resolution  346/2023  

Moved:       Cr Leigh Bowden

Seconded:   Cr Abb McAlister

That Council approve the following development, subject to the consent conditions below:

§ Application No.:    DA2023/035

§ Property:               Lots 5 and 6 DP 1150609

  190 and 274 Turners Lane

  COOTAMUNDRA   NSW   2590

§ Development:        Subdivision – to subdivide the lots into 6 lots of 2 ha, 2.01 ha, 2.01 ha, 2.09 ha, 2.01 ha and 22.53 ha.

CONDITIONS:

PART A – ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONS

Terms of approval

A1.         The developer shall carry out the development generally in accordance with the following plans and documents:

Drawing name

Sheet No.

Issue

Prepared by

Dated

Submitted

21288subdivision

1 of 7

6

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288subdivision

2 of 7

6

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288subdivision

3 of 7

6

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288subdivision

4 of 7

6

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

1 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

2 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

3 of 12

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

4 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

5 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

6 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

7 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

8 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

9 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

10 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

11 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

12 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

13 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

21288Adetail

14 of 14

5

CMS Surveyors

Nov 2023

28.11.2023

Statement of environmental effects (53 pages), prepared by CMS Surveyors Pty Ltd, Rev03, dated 28/11/2023, submitted 28.11.2023.

Inconsistencies between documents

A2.         In the event of any inconsistency between the documentation referred to in Condition A1, the most recent document shall prevail to the extent of the inconsistency.

A3.         In the event of any inconsistency between conditions of this approval and documents referred to in Condition A1, the conditions of this approval shall prevail to the extent of the inconsistency.

Lapsing of approval

A4.         This development approval shall lapse five (5) years after the date on which it is granted, unless the works associated with the development have physically commenced.

Statutory Requirements

A5.         All licences, permits and approvals must be obtained and maintained as required throughout the life of the development.  No condition of this approval remove the requirement to obtain, renew or comply with such licences, permits or approvals.

Cost of works

A6.         All works associated with the proposal, or required by this consent, will be at no cost to Council.

Prescribed Conditions

A7.         All relevant prescribed conditions under Part 4, Division 2 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2021 apply and must be complied with.

PART B – PRIOR TO ISSUE OF SUBDIVISION WORKS CERTIFICATE

Road design plan

B1.        A road design plan shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer or other suitably qualified professional, in accordance with all relevant Austroads “Guide to Road Design”.  The plan shall be submitted to, and approved by, Council, prior to the issue of a subdivision works certificate.   The plan shall include but not be limited to details of design and construction for the following:

(a)      the widening of Turners Lane to achieve a minimum width of 5.5 metres (2 x 2.75 metres lanes), from the common boundary of Lots 10 and 11 DP 1217995 (to west of the site), through to the eastern boundary of Lot 2 DP 1004745 (to the east of the site),

(b)    access to each lot, including type, location and available sight distance (from either the existing road or proposed road extension),

(c)    signage in accordance with Australian Standard AS172 - Manual of uniform traffic control devices,

(d)    tree removal and/or pruning.

NOTE:    If the detailed engineering plans identify that additional tree removal (not approved as part of this consent) is required, a modification application for the additional tree removal, must be lodged and approved, prior to a subdivision works certificate being issued.

PART C – PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORKS

Subdivision works certificate

C1.         A subdivision works certificate must be obtained from Council or an Accredited Certifier prior to work commencing, for all road construction works.

C2.         Full engineering design plans, prepared in accordance with Part B conditions, shall accompany the applications for a subdivision works certificate, and shall cover all civil works.

Notice to be Given Prior to Commencement

C3.         The Principal Certifier (PC) and Council shall be given written notice, at least 48 hours prior to the commencement of works on the site.

C4.         Seven days prior to commencement of engineering works on the site, the person having the benefit of the consent shall notify Council and the PC of:

(a)       the appointed Project Manager

(b)       the appointed Construction Contract

(c)       the intention to start site works,

(d)       a 24 hour telephone number, for contact with the construction manager, to be operated for the duration of the construction works.

C5.         The Project Manager shall arrange an on-site meeting with the nominated Contractor, Council’s Engineering Representative and PC, prior to work commencing.

Application to carry out works in road reserve.

C6.         Any works constructed or undertaken on public roads dedicated in the name of Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council or utilised for the carrying out of work on adjacent properties, shall not be undertaken until an approval under the Roads Act, 1993 (works within the road reserve application), has been obtained. 

C7.         The following documentation and plans shall accompany the application for approval under the Roads Act 1993:

(a)    a Traffic Control Plan (TCP prepared by an accredited person, which contains their Certification Number, origin of issue and the date of issue),

(b)    the approved road design plans and accompanying construction certificate (where Council has not issued the construction certificate).

Site notice

C8.         A site notice(s) shall be prominently displayed at the boundaries of the site for the purposes of informing the public of development details including, but not limited to:
(a)        details of the PC;

(b)        the approved hours of work;

(c)        the name of the site/project manager and the primary contract the responsible managing company (if any), its address and 24 hour contact phone number for any inquiries; and

                (d)        a statement that unauthorised entry to the site is not permitted.

Sedimentation and erosion controls

C9.         Where necessary, site erosion control measures shall be incorporated into site management, prior to work commencing.  Care shall be taken to ensure that no nuisance is created to adjoining properties or public space by way of sediment run off.

PART D – DURING CONSTRUCTION

Hours of construction

D1.         Construction hours shall be limited to the following:

(i)     Mondays to Fridays – 7:00 am to 6:00 pm

                (ii)    Saturdays – 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

                (iii)  Sundays and public holidays – Nil

   (iv)   \Any other times – only with the prior written consent of Council.

Noise management

D2.         All activities on the site shall be undertaken with the objective of minimising noise emissions from plant and equipment, by installing and maintaining, wherever practicable, efficient silencers and low-noise mufflers.

Dust management

D3.         All activities on the site shall be undertaken with the objective of preventing visible emissions of dust from leaving the site, including wind-blown and traffic-generated dust.  Should such visible dust emissions occur at any time, the Developer shall identify and implement all practicable dust mitigation measures, including cessation of relevant works or dampening of site roads and work areas, as appropriate, such that emissions of visible dust cease.

Construction waste

D4.         The storage of waste shall occur within the boundaries of the site, by way of a screened area of silt stop fabric, shade cloth or waste disposal bin/skip.

D5.         Any waste materials removed from the site shall only be directed to a waste management facility lawfully permitted to accept the materials.

D6.         The Developer shall maximise the treatment, reuse and/or recycling on the site of any excavated soils, slurries, dusts, aggregate and sludges associated with the development, to minimise the need for treatment or disposal of those materials outside the site.

Tree removal and protection measures

D7.         Approval is granted for the removal of the following trees/shrubs located in the Turners Lane Road reserve:

(a)    two eucalyptus trees located at the proposed location of the access to Lots 104 and 105,

(b)    removal of the exotic shrub/bush immediately to the east of the proposed location of the access to Lots 104 and 105,

(c)    removal of the exotic shrub/bush at the proposed location of the access to Lots 101 and 102,

(d)    removal of the exotic shrub/bush located approximately 17 metres to the east of the proposed location of the access to Lots 101 and 102.

D8.         Approval is granted for the pruning of the low-hanging branches on the following trees/shrubs located in the Turners Lane Road reserve, to a height of approximately eight (8) metres:

(a)    eucalyptus tree located approximately 15 metres to the west of the access to Lots 101 and 102,

(b)    kurrajong tree located approximately 20 metres to the east of the access to Lots 101 and 102.

D9.         No approval is granted for the removal of any other trees on the site or in the road reserve as a result of the subdivision.

D10.       All trees on the site and on Council land, and that may be threatened by the works, are to be suitably protected in accordance with AS 4970-2009 Protection of trees on development sites, by way of tree guards, barriers or other measures as necessary in order to protect tree root systems, trunks and branches, during construction.

Fencing

D11.       A rural stock proof fence shall be erected along all allotment boundaries (internal and external). The developer shall ensure that the fence lines adjacent to public roads are on the correct boundary alignment, by having the boundaries marked by a Registered Surveyor, and a written statement shall be lodged by the Surveyor, confirming that all fencing is erected and on the correct alignment.

D12.       All fencing shall be located to avoid tree removal, with any minor deviations in the fencing to be reflected on the final plan of subdivision.

Approved Plans to be On-site.

D13.       A copy of the approved and certified plans, specifications and documents incorporating conditions of approval and certification, and all relevant environmental approvals, shall be always kept on the site, and shall be made available for perusal by any officer of Council or the PC on request.

Unexpected finds

D14.       The applicant must ensure that if any unexpected archaeological deposits or relics not identified and considered in the supporting documents for this approval are discovered, work must cease in the affected area(s) and the Heritage Council of NSW must be notified as required by s146 of the Heritage Act 1977. Additional assessment and approval may be required prior to works continuing in the affected area(s) based on the nature of the discovery.

Setting out of Infrastructure / Structures

D15.       The engineering works shall be set out by a registered surveyor to verify the correct position of the infrastructure in relation to property boundaries and the approved alignment levels. A report from the registered surveyor shall be furnished to the PC and Council for verification prior to any inspections being carried out by the PC.

Certification and inspection of subdivision works.

D16.       The subdivision works must be inspected and tested by the PC, at each relevant stage of construction to demonstrate compliance with the approved plans.  Where Council is not the PC, documentary evidence shall be provided by the PC to Council, demonstrating compliance.

D17.       Where Council is nominated as the PC, Council shall be given a minimum of 48 hours notice prior to any critical stage inspection or any other inspection nominated by the PC.

Installation of services

D18.       Service conduits for electricity and telecommunications cabling shall not be trenched across any road pavements.

State Survey Marks

D19.       The developer shall ensure that any existing State Survey Marks will not be disturbed.   If it so happens that any SSMs falls within any works associated with the development it shall be relocated at the developer’s cost or if it is disturbed, reinstatement costs shall also be borne by the developer.  

PART E – PRIOR TO ISSUE OF SUBDIVISION CERTIFICATE

Completion of engineering works

E1.          All engineering works (roadworks) shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans and subdivision works certificate, prior to the issue of a subdivision certificate.

Water supply

E2.          Evidence shall be supplied to Council in the form of a works as executed plan, demonstrating that the private water supply line proposed to be relocated, has been relocated in accordance with the approved plans.

Utility services

E3.          Prior to the issue of a Subdivision Certificate, a copy of the Notice of Arrangement (NOA) from Essential Energy, which states that satisfactory supply arrangements have been made for the provision of electricity to each of the lots in the subdivision, shall be provided to Council.

E4.          Prior to the issue of a Subdivision Certificate written advice shall be obtained from an approved telecommunications carrier stating that satisfactory arrangements have been made to ensure the provision of adequate services to the development.

Damage to infrastructure or services

E5.          The cost of repairing any damage caused to Council or other Public Authority’s assets in the vicinity of the subject site as a result of construction works associated with the approved development, is to be met in full by the developer prior to the release of any subdivision certificate.

Street addressing

E6.          Rural addressing numbers shall be purchased from Council and erected for each lot, in accordance with the NSW Addressing User Manual prepared by the Geographical Names Board of NSW, as follows:

Lot No.

Primary number

101

186 Turners Lane, Cootamundra

102

188 Turners Lane, Cootamundra

103

200 Turners Lane, Cootamundra

104

218 Turners Lane, Cootamundra

105

220 Turners Lane, Cootamundra

106

274 Turners Lane, Cootamundra

             NOTE: Rural addressing numbers to be confirmed when entrances constructed, which may result in changes to the above numbers.

Defects Liability Period and bond

NOTE:   These following conditions only apply in respect of works caried out by a contractor other than Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council.

E7.          For a period of twelve (12) months after the subdivision certificate is issued, the subdivider must remedy any defects or omissions in the subdivision works. 

NOTE:    Defects do not include reasonable wear and tear or damage caused to the works by inappropriate use (e.g. damage or abuse from traffic accidents or vandalism).

E8.          The defects liability bond must be submitted with the subdivision certificate application. The bond must be in the form of cash or unconditional bank guarantee (no lapse date) for an amount of 5% of the agreed value of the subdivision works or $ 5,000, whichever is the greater.

E9.          At any time during the defects liability period, the consent authority may direct the subdivider to rectify any omission or defect in the subdivision works.   The direction will identify the scope of works to rectification and state the time by which the subdivider shall complete the work of rectification (or stages of the rectification) and may state the time by which rectification shall commence.

E10.       If the subdivider fails conforming to the direction or part of the direction, the consent authority may perform the works and charge costs to the subdivider. The Council will deduct any costs incurred from the defects liability bond.

E11.       At the expiry of the defects liability period the subdivider shall arrange Council to carry out an inspection of the subdivision works, and request a return of the defects liability bond.

E12.       If Council determines that the subdivision works are satisfactory, Council will refund the balance of the defects liability bond.

E13.       If unremedied subdivision work defects or omissions are detected by the Council during the inspection, the subdivider must remedy these works and re-apply for an off defects liability inspection.   Council may retain some or all of the defects liability bond for a further period of twelve (12) months.

Final subdivision plans

E14.       The submission of a final plan of subdivision suitable for registration at the Land Titles Office.

Registration of easements and restriction as to users

E15.       Easements shall be created over all services to the satisfaction of the relevant authority, and/or wherever Council deems necessary to allow unrestricted access to the service, and restrictions as to user created, under section 88B of the Conveyancing Act 1919, including, but not limited to, the following:

a)      release of the existing power easement on Lot 5 DP 1150609 (created by DP 1062169), and creation of a new power easement over the power lines on-site,

b)     release of the existing restriction as to user on Lot 5 DP 1150609 (created by DP 1004745),

c)      release of the existing water supply easement on Lot 5 DP 1150609, that benefits Lot 2 DP 850604 (created by DP 1004745), and creation of a new water supply easement over the relocated water supply line, benefiting Lot 2 DP 850604,

d)     right of access over Lot 102 to benefit Lot 101,

e)     a reciprocal right of access over the combined access to Lots 104 and 105,

f)      restriction as to user on proposed Lots 101, 102, 104 and 105), that requires the installation/provision of water storage with a minimum capacity of 20,000 litres  for fire-fighting purposes with an appropriately sized Storz fitting.

E16.       The 88B Instrument shall be submitted to the PCA with the final plan of subdivision as a prerequisite to the endorsement of the subdivision certificate.

E17.       Council is not to be nominated as the prescribed authority in the 88B instrument, in relation to any restrictions imposed by the developer relating to buildings and improvements (e.g building materials, setbacks, design matters, etc).

REASONS FOR THE CONDITIONS:

§ To confirm the details of the application as submitted by the applicant and as approved by Council.

§ To manage any inconsistencies between the approved plan/documents and conditions of consent.

§ To achieve the objectives of section 1.3 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, having regard to the relevant matters for consideration contained in section 4.15 of the Act and the Environmental Planning Instruments applying to the land.

§ To ensure that adequate access is provided to each lot, and the road network is upgraded to cater for the additional traffic generated by the development.

§ To ensure works are carried out to the appropriate standard.

§ To ensure the lots are adequately serviced.

§ To protect the existing trees.

§ To protect the amenity of the local environment, residents and adjoining landowners.

§ To ensure the development complies with all relevant approvals.

SCHEDULE 1, DIVISION 4, CLAUSE 20 - REASONS FOR THE DECISION:

This section of the Act requires the public notification of certain decisions, the date of the decision, the reasons for the decision and how community views were taken into account in making the decision.  The reasons for the decision and how community views were taken into account, as it relates to this development application are:

§ the proposed development is not inconsistent with the objectives of the zone,

§ the proposed development is permitted in the zone,

§ the proposed development does not compromise the relevant Environmental Planning

Instruments,

§ any potential concerns have been ameliorated by appropriate conditions,

§ the proposal is not inconsistent with the key planning provisions contained within the

applicable environmental planning instruments,

§ the proposal will have an acceptable environmental impact,

§ the proposal is consistent with the zone and desired future character of the area,

§ notification of the application in accordance with the relevant environmental planning instrument and/or policy was carried out, and no submission were received, and the issues raised in the submission have been addressed during the assessment and through the imposition of conditions of consent.

VOTING RECORD

FOR RESOLUTION

AGAINST RESOLUTION

Cr Charlie Sheahan (Mayor)

Cr Gil Kelly

Cr Leigh Bowden

Cr Les Boyd

Cr Logan Collins

Cr Trevor Glover

Cr David Graham

Cr Abb McAlister

Cr Penny Nicholson

Nil

ABSENT

DECLARED INTEREST

Nil

Nil

Carried

 

8.5         Engineering Cootamundra

8.5.1      CGRC Engineering Report - December 2023

Resolution  347/2023  

Moved:       Cr Penny Nicholson

Seconded:   Cr Abb McAlister

The CGRC Engineering Report for the month of December 2023 be noted.

Carried

 

8.5.2      Proposed Street Name for the Boundary Road Subdivision Development Cootamundra

Resolution  348/2023  

Moved:       Cr Leigh Bowden

Seconded:   Cr Trevor Glover

1.   The report on the Proposed Street Name for the Boundary Road Subdivision Development Cootamundra be received and noted.

2.   The following proposed street name for the Boundary Road Subdivision Development, Cootamundra be noted:

2.1 Acacia Street

Carried

 

8.6         Engineering Gundagai

Nil

8.7         Regional Services Gundagai

8.7.1      Regional Services Gundagai Works Report for November 2023

Resolution  349/2023  

Moved:       Cr David Graham

Seconded:   Cr Penny Nicholson

Regional Services Gundagai Report for December 2023, be received and noted.

Carried

 

8.8         Regional Services Cootamundra

8.8.1      MOA for the South West Regional Waste Management Group

Resolution  350/2023  

Moved:       Cr Trevor Glover

Seconded:   Cr David Graham

That Council:

1.   Endorse the proposed Memorandum of Agreement, attached to the report, and

2.   Delegates authority to the Interim General Manager to execute all associated documentation.

Carried

 

8.8.2      Regional Services Department Monthly Works Report

Resolution  351/2023  

Moved:       Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded:   Cr Les Boyd

The Cootamundra Regional Services Department, Monthly Works Report be received and noted.

Carried

 

9            Motion of which Notice has been Given

Nil

10          Questions with Notice

Nil

11          Confidential Items

11.1       Closed Council Report

Resolution  352/2023  

Moved:       Cr David Graham

Seconded:   Cr Les Boyd

1.       Item 11.2 be considered in closed Council at which the press and public are excluded in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Local Government Act, 1993 and related public interest reasons detailed.

2.       In accordance with section 11 (2) and (3) of the Local Government Act, 1993, the reports, correspondence and other documentation relating to Item 11.2 be withheld from the press and public.

Carried

 

Interim General Manager and the two Deputy General Managers left the meeting at 6.32pm.

 

Resumption of Open Council Meeting

Resolution  353/2023  

Moved:       Cr Leigh Bowden

Seconded:   Cr David Graham

The Open Council meeting resume.

Carried

 

Announcement of Closed Council Resolutions

Note: The Chairperson announced the resolutions made in Closed Council.

1.   The conclusion of Stephen Charles McGrath’s twelve-month contract of employment from 9 January 2023 to 8 January 2024 is acknowledged.

2.   Mr Stephen Charles McGrath be offered the position of Interim General Manager with a contract of employment for up to a twelve-month period commencing on 22 January 2024.

3.   The contract of employment mentioned in 2. above is to be offered on the terms and conditions as they exist under the current contract of employment, noting the additional inclusion set out in the report.

4.   Mr Matt Stubbs be appointed to the position of Acting General Manager for the period 9 January 2024 to 22 January 2024.

 

The Meeting closed at 7:08pm.

 

The minutes of this meeting were confirmed at the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 23 January 2024.

 

 

 

CHAIRPERSON

GENERAL MANAGER

 

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

6            Mayoral Minutes

6.1         Mayoral Minute - Councillor Engagement

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405922

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Charlie Sheahan, Mayor  

REPORTING OFFICER

Charlie Sheahan, Mayor

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

 

To keep the community aware of Councillor and my engagements, on behalf of Council I intend to provide regular updates through my Mayoral Minutes.

Recommendation

The information in the Councillor Engagements Mayoral Minute be received and noted.

 

13 December 2023

Crs Kelly (Deputy Mayor), Bowden and I, Cr Sheahan (Mayor) attended a Meet and Greet lunch with Whales and AGM new workers.

Cr Bowden attended the Stockinbingal Public School Presentation Evening.

14 December 2023

Crs Kelly (Deputy Mayor) Bowden, Nicholson and I, Cr Sheahan (Mayor) attended the “Christmas in Cootamundra” street party.

15 December 2023

I, Cr Sheahan (Mayor) and other Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Council (REROC) representatives attended a breakfast meeting with Parliamentary Secretary for Disaster Recovery Janelle Saffin MP.

18 December 2023

I, Cr Sheahan (Mayor) attended an Australian Citizenship Ceremony in Cootamundra.

Cr Bowden attended The Art Centre (TACC) s.355 Committee meeting.

19 December 2023

I, Cr Sheahan (Mayor) attended a catch-up meeting with the Interim General Manager and Deputy General Managers.

9 January 2024

Cr Kelly (Deputy Mayor) and I, Cr Sheahan (Mayor) attended a weekly meeting with the Acting General Manager and Deputy General Manager.

16 January 2024

I, Cr Sheahan (Mayor) attended a catch-up meeting with the Acting General Manager and Deputy General Manager.

Cr Kelly (Deputy Mayor) and I, Cr Sheahan (Mayor) attended a Cootamundra Floodplain Risk Management Committee Meeting.

18 January 2024

Cr Bowden attended The Art Centre (TACC) s.355 Committee meeting.

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

7            Reports from Committees

Nil

8            General Manager’s Report


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

8.1        General Manager Office

8.1.1      Christmas in Cootamundra

DOCUMENT NUMBER

406014

REPORTING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

2. A region for the future

2.2 A thriving region that attracts people to live, work and visit

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1.       Christmas in Cootamundra - Final Report - Coota Co-op    

 

Recommendation

The Christmas in Coota overview provided by Coota Co-op be noted.

 

Discussion

On behalf of Coota Co-Op, Cr Leigh Bowden has provided an overview of the Christmas in Coota event (attachment 1). This information is provided to Council and the Community.

Financial

There are no financial implications.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

The 23A guideline considerations are not relevant to this report.

 

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

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Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

8.1.2      Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) National General Assembly 2024

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405805

REPORTING OFFICER

Teresa Breslin, Executive Assistant to Mayor and General Manager

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.1 A clear strategic direction that is delivered upon

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1.       Invitation and Discussion Paper 2024 NGA    

 

Recommendation

1.   The 2024 Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) National General Assembly discussion paper, attached to the report, be received and noted.

2.   Motions be considered at the next workshop scheduled for 13 February 2024.

3.   A further report be submitted to the next Ordinary Council Meeting to provide further information on the National General Assembly, and to determine potential Motions for submission to ALGA.

 

Introduction

Convened annually by the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) the National General Assembly (NGA) of Local Government is the peak annual event for Local Government, attracting Mayors and General Managers from across the Country.

The 2024 NGA (incorporating the Regional Cooperation and Development Forum – 2 July 2024) will again be held at the National Convention Centre in Canberra from 2-4 July 2024. In addition, the Federal Government has again offered to host the Mayors at the Australian Council of Local Government (ACLG) on 5 July 2024.

Further information about both the 2024 NGA and ACLG, including registration details, has not been released as yet. This will be detailed in the February report to council.

Discussion

This year’s theme is “Building Community Trust”. ALGA is seeking motions that align with this theme and identify opportunities for new federal programs and policies that will support councils to build trust, both in our communities and as a local delivery partner for the Australian Government.

Motions are due to ALGA by Friday 29 March 2024.

Council will consider Motions at the 13 February 2024 workshop and determine at the 27 February 2024 Ordinary Council Meeting.

Financial

Nil associated with this report. Financial implication will be detailed in the next report to council.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

The objective of this report does not conflict with the Guidelines.

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

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Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

8.1.3      Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils (REROC) Meeting Minutes

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405902

REPORTING OFFICER

Teresa Breslin, Executive Assistant to Mayor and General Manager

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.2 Proactive, practical Council leaders who are aligned with community needs and values

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1.       REROC Board Minutes

2.       REROC Board Agenda    

 

Recommendation

The draft Minutes of the Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils (REROC) Board Meeting held on 8 December 2023, attached to the report, be received and noted.

 

Introduction

The Agenda/Business Paper (including supporting documentation) and draft Minutes of the Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils (REROC) Board Meeting held 8 December 2023, are attached for the information of Council and the community.

Financial

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

This report does not conflict with the guidelines.

 

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

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23 January 2024

 

8.2        Business

8.2.1      Stockinbingal Ellwood's Hall s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes

DOCUMENT NUMBER

404331

REPORTING OFFICER

Anne Chamberlain, Governance Officer

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Paul Woods, Interim Deputy General Manager - CCD  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.4 Recognised as a premier local government Council that represents and advocates for community needs

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

To Comply with the s.355 Committee Management Manual.

ATTACHMENTS

1.       SEHC Minutes - 23 November 2023

2.       SEHC Minutes - 12 December 2023    

 

Recommendation

The Minutes of the Stockinbingal Ellwood’s Hall s.355 Committee Ordinary Meeting held on 23 November 2023 and 12 December 2023 attached to the report, be received and noted.

 

Discussion

The Stockinbingal Ellwoods Hall s.355 Committee have advised that Sue Caldwell has resigned from her position as Vice Chairperson.

The attached Minutes of the Stockinbingal Ellwood’s Hall s.355 Committee Ordinary Meeting held on 23 November 2023 and 12 December 2023 are submitted for the information of Council and the community.

Financial

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

The report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.

 


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8.2.2      Cootamundra Heritage Centre Management s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes

DOCUMENT NUMBER

404904

REPORTING OFFICER

Anne Chamberlain, Governance Officer

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Paul Woods, Interim Deputy General Manager - CCD  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.3 Actively engaged and supportive community

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

To comply with the Section 355 Committee Management Manual.

ATTACHMENTS

1.       CHCMC Minutes - 4 December 2023  

 

Recommendation

The Minutes of the Cootamundra Heritage Centre Management s.355 Committee Meeting held 4 December 2023, attached to the report, be received and noted.

 

Introduction

The attached Minutes of the Cootamundra Heritage Centre Management s.355 Committee meeting held on 4 December 2023, are submitted for the information of Council and the community.

Financial

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.

 

 


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8.3        Finance

8.3.1      Finance Update - December 2023

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405747

REPORTING OFFICER

Zac Mahon, Manager Finance

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Paul Woods, Interim Deputy General Manager - CCD  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.1 A clear strategic direction that is delivered upon

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

 

Recommendation

The Finance Update report, be received and noted.

 

Report

The December Finance Update has been reviewed and no issues have been detected.

Operations

Income

The operational income is at 65% when comparing actual to budget, with the annual rates already being recognised as income but becoming due and payable quarterly throughout the year.

Department

ACTUAL YTD

BUDGET

% Received

Result

Comment

Development & Building

287,403

315,000

91%

J

OK – Income is hard to predict

Finance

13,059,068

12,118,026

108%

J

OK – Grant receipts to be allocated

Business

54,064

88,000

61%

J

OK

Executive

14,738

40,000

37%

J

OK

Regional Services - Cootamundra

2,742,561

3,553,500

77%

J

OK – Grant receipts to be allocated

Regional Services - Gundagai

1,481,064

1,441,500

103%

J

OK

Engineering - Cootamundra

257,538

483,084

53%

J

OK

Engineering - Gundagai

240,740

455,116

53%

J

OK

Water - Cootamundra

1,996,335

3,092,720

65%

J

OK

Water - Gundagai

983,270

1,523,280

65%

J

OK

Sewer - Cootamundra

1,591,617

2,753,150

58%

J

OK

Sewer - Gundagai

423,087

731,850

58%

J

OK

Grants & Contributions

7,805,861

20,990,374

37%

J

OK

TOTAL

30,937,347

47,585,600

65%

J

OK

Expenditure

The Operational expenditure actual spend to budget is at 56% which is tracking well to budget. Finance, in collaboration with the department manager will review the spend in Sewer.

Department

TOTAL YTD

BUDGET

% Spent

Result

Comment

Development & Building

629,934

1,223,715

51%

J

OK

Finance

6,821,330

14,157,325

48%

J

OK

Business

2,576,587

3,430,000

75%

K

High compared to budget

Executive

984,232

2,030,000

48%

J

OK

Regional Services - Cootamundra

2,609,688

5,189,300

50%

J

OK

Regional Services - Gundagai

1,739,792

2,407,200

72%

K

High compared to budget

Engineering - Cootamundra

4,858,296

9,953,520

49%

J

Engineering - Gundagai

4,308,301

5,174,400

83%

K

High compared to budget

Water - Cootamundra

865,885

2,154,050

40%

J

OK

Water - Gundagai

426,481

1,060,950

40%

J

OK

Sewer - Cootamundra

1,083,087

1,429,900

76%

K

High compared to budget

Sewer - Gundagai

287,909

380,100

76%

K

High compared to budget

27,191,520

48,590,460

56%

J

OK

 

Capital

Income

Capital income is at 29% of budget as at 31 December 2023, the plant replacement program has been planned but the delay in progress will be investigated in early February.

CAPITAL INCOME to 31 December 2023

ASSET CATEGORY

TOTAL YTD

BUDGET

% SPENT

RESULT

COMMENTS

Plant & Equipment - Cootamundra

73742

188750

39%

K

 

Plant & Equipment - Gundagai

35909

188750

19%

K

 

TOTAL

109651

377500

29%

K

No progress since October

Expenditure

Capital expenditure is at 24% of budget as at 31 December 2023. Council is continuing to develop a program of works that will forecast expected capital expenditure to ensure projects are progressing.

ASSET CATEGORY

TOTAL YTD

BUDGET

% SPENT

RESULT

COMMENTS

Bridges - Cootamundra

0

0

0%

J

N/A

Bridges - Gundagai

46307

920000

5%

J

Buildings - Cootamundra

58903

1119502

5%

K

Finance to follow up re status of projects

Buildings - Gundagai

30835

1101325

3%

K

Finance to follow up re status of projects

Land - Cootamundra

59550

0

0%

J

Expenditure covered by building reserve

Land - Gundagai

0

0

0%

J

N/A

Plant & Equipment - Cootamundra

1126209

1240378

91%

J

Plant & Equipment - Gundagai

793288

1240378

64%

J

Cemeteries - Cootamundra

0

0

0%

J

N/A

Cemeteries - Gundagai

0

80000

0%

K

Finance to follow up re status of projects

Recreation - Cootamundra

168146

161032

0%

J

QBR Adjustment to cover grant funded expenditure

Recreation - Gundagai

157043

1637331

10%

J

Finance to follow up re status of projects

Roads - Cootamundra

1453144

2317056

63%

J

Works at planning/procurement stage

Roads - Gundagai

783374

4550185

17%

J

Works at planning/procurement stage

Waste - Cootamundra

0

522000

0%

K

Finance to follow up re status of projects

Waste - Gundagai

0

520000

0%

K

Finance to follow up re status of projects

Sewer - Cootamundra

69857

2850000

2%

J

Works at planning/procurement stage

Sewer - Gundagai

385888

745000

52%

J

OK

Water - Cootamundra

90242

1240000

7%

J

Works at planning/procurement stage

Water - Gundagai

10300

1584000

1%

J

Works at planning/procurement stage

TOTAL

5233086

21828187

24%

K

Spend lower than expected, review to be undertaken to ensure that budget is achievable in 2024 FY in early Feb

Financial

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.

 


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8.3.2      Restricted Cash Reconciliation - December 2023

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405750

REPORTING OFFICER

Zac Mahon, Manager Finance

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Paul Woods, Interim Deputy General Manager - CCD  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.1 A clear strategic direction that is delivered upon

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

 

Recommendation

The Restricted Cash Reconciliation report, be received and noted.

 

Report

The restricted cash figures have been reconciled to 31 December 2023 as shown in the below table.

The recognition of second quarter general rates and sewer and water charges as well as the advanced payment of a grant valued at 3.4m has led to an increase in the restricted balance but planned reserve funded capital and operational expenditure over the next few months will improve this position.

Internally Restricted Reserves

Bal 30 June 2023

 Transfers To

Transfers From

Bal 31 Dec 2023

Aerodrome Bitumen Resurfacing

165,588

 

 

165,588

Bradman's Birthplace

94,337

 

 

94,337

Cootamundra Caravan Park

172,553

38,745

(1,907)

190,972

Heritage Centre

27,181

1,536

(1,355)

27,362

Development - Land & Buildings

1,182,693

 

30,476

1,213,169

Employee Leave Entitlements

1,774,746

 

 

1,774,746

Quarries & Pit Restoration

570,207

1,556

(51,131)

520,632

Plant Replacement

3,026,533

2,013,706

(2,611,025)

2,429,214

Saleyards

0

75,769

(119,007)

0

Swimming Pool Pump & Equipment

0

 

 

0

Cemetery

102,989

184,772

(156,586)

131,175

Southern Phone

586,464

 

 

586,464

Waste Management

500,000

 

 

500,000

8,203,291

2,316,084

(2,910,535)

7,633,659

 

Externally Restricted Reserves

Domestic Waste

806,958

1,160,505

(302,175)

1,665,288

Water Supply

7,462,014

2,428,729

(1,582,065)

8,308,678

Sewerage Service

5,402,866

1,653,606

(1,662,731)

5,393,741

Stormwater Infrastructure Renewal

262,011

63,898

 

325,909

Developer Contributions

1,037,818

36,268

 

1,074,086

General Fund Unspent Grants & Contributions

6,665,901

3,491,368

(622,194)

9,535,075

 

21,637,568

8,834,374

(4,169,165)

26,302,777

TOTALS

29,840,858

11,150,458

(7,079,700)

33,936,435

 

Restricted Cash Reconciliation

Restricted Cash

33,936,435

Cash at 31 December 2023

32,912,187

Unrestricted Balance

(1,024,248)

Grant Debtors Outstanding

671,928

Balance

(352,320)

 

Financial

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.

 


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23 January 2024

 

8.3.3      Investment Report - December 2023

DOCUMENT NUMBER

404082

REPORTING OFFICER

Zac Mahon, Manager Finance

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Paul Woods, Interim Deputy General Manager - CCD  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.1 A clear strategic direction that is delivered upon

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Council’s cash and investment portfolio decreased $872,029.79 from $33,784,217.07 as at 30th November 2023 to $32,912,187.28 as at 31st December 2023.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Council investments comply fully with Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993, Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

Investments comply fully with the Council’s Investment Policy.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

 

Recommendation

The report detailing Council Cash and Investments as at 31 December 2023, be received and noted.

 

Introduction

A report on Council’s Investments is required to be presented for Council’s consideration in accordance with Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021.

Financial

Council’s cash and investment portfolio decreased $872,029.79 from $33,784,217.07 as at 30th November 2023 to $32,912,187.28 as at 31st December 2023.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.


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Cash and Investment Portfolio

 


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Performance

Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council’s investment portfolio outperformed the relevant BBSW Index benchmark by 20.06%. The average weighted yield for December was 4.98%, over an average weighted term of 78 days, with a benchmark of 4.15%.

 

Total Cost

32,912,187

Monthly Interest Received

104,691

Weighted Average Term

78 Days

Total Value

32,912,187

Yearly Interest Received

722,541

Weighted Average Yield

4.83%

 

Credit Quality Compliance

Council’s investment portfolio was compliant with policy in terms of S&P long term rating credit quality limits, as displayed below.

 

 


 

Counter Party Compliance

As at the end of December, Council was compliant with policy. It is worth noting that capacity limits are affected by changes in the on-call account balance compared to the total portfolio balance. 

Term to Maturity

Council’s investment portfolio maturities shown graphically below were also compliant with policy requirements. All of the investments are short term to deal with liquidity and to be prepared for the demerger split.

 

Declaration

I hereby certify that investments listed in the report have been made in accordance with Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993, Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 and Council’s Investment Policy.

 

Signed

                   Text, letter

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Zac Mahon

Responsible Accounting Officer

 

 


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8.4        Sustainable Development

Nil


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23 January 2024

 

8.5        Engineering Cootamundra

8.5.1      Cootamundra Engineering Report - January 2024

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405892

REPORTING OFFICER

Julie Buckley, Operations Support Officer

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

5. Integrated and accessible region

5.2 Easily accessible from major cities and other regional towns

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil  

 

Recommendation

The Cootamundra Engineering Report for the month of January 2024 be noted.

 

Introduction

The Cootamundra Engineering Report for the month of January 2024 is submitted for the information of Council and the community.

Discussion

Fixing Local Roads

Stage two of Brawlin Road construction was sealed prior to Christmas with guideposts and other delineation works being completed during January.

Water and Sewer

Water and sewer crews have attended to requests dealing with blockages and breaks across the Cootamundra Township, as required.

Consultants are working on the Betts Street Rising Main design and Cootamundra Sewer Treatment Plant refurbishment design. Hydraulic modelling of the Cootamundra Water and Sewer networks has also commenced.  Tenders have been received and are being assessed for Telemetry systems for both the Cootamundra and Gundagai water and sewer networks as well as tenders for the Cootamundra Water Mains replacement program.

General Works

During the last month all activities have been limited due to the Christmas New Year shut down however, prior to Christmas and with a skeleton crew over the break the following works were undertaken.

Maintenance grading has been undertaken on Brawlin Road, Sheepstation Creek, and Rawilla Roads.

 

Grass slashing was completed at the Cootamundra Aerodrome in preparation of for the annual visit by the Southern Cross Glider Club. Other slashing has been undertaken around the Cootamundra Township.

Pothole patching is being undertaken as required with the recent rains causing some seal deterioration.

Council’s resealing contractor has completed several reseals on Frampton Road and North Berthong Roads.

Financial

Projects funded from various funding sources, as noted above.

Maintenance works funded from the General Fund.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.

 


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23 January 2024

 

8.6        Engineering Gundagai

8.6.1      Gundagai Engineering Report - January 2024

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405890

REPORTING OFFICER

Belle Mooney, Operations Support Officer

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

5. Integrated and accessible region

5.2 Easily accessible from major cities and other regional towns

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil  

 

Recommendation

The Gundagai Engineering Report for the month of January 2024 be noted.

 

Introduction

The Gundagai Engineering Report for the month of January 2024 is submitted for the information of Council and the community.

Discussion

Regional Roads REPAIR Program

West Street (Gundagai) Rehabilitation is substantially complete. Council is procuring a line marking contractor to complete the line marking of the site. Once line marking is complete then the project will be complete.

Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program (LRCI)

Sheridan Street Stage 3 will commence construction in January. This will bring stage 3 up to a similar standard as previous sections of Sheridan Street.

Gundagai Works

Gobarralong Road 2km rehabilitation works has been completed. Heavy Patching is continuing on Adjungbilly Road and Darbalara Road.

Rural & Regional Roads

Council is currently working with the contractor to assist them to establish on site to commence the Annie Pyers Drive Reconstruction. Council is liaising with local business owners and stakeholders to ensure that the project has as small of an impact as possible.

 

Water and Sewer

The Royal well project has been completed by the contractors. The Caravan Park pump station is currently under construction with the pumps expected to be installed early January. The project is expected to be online late January with remediation and defect repairs to occur shortly afterwards.

The Gundagai STP tertiary ponds have been substantially backfilled. Topsoil and revegetation of the site is expected to occur over the next month.

General Works

Bitumen road patching is being undertaken as required across the whole Council area as well as surface preparations for reseals on Adjungbilly Road, Tarrabandra Road, Darbalara Road, Threeways Road, Wee Jasper Road and Gobarralong Road.

Gravel road maintenance has been completed on Bundarbo Road, Hopewood Road, Hoares Lane and Annie Pyers Drive and is continuing on Cooinnee Road.

Culvert maintenance and cleaning is being undertaken across various locations as required.

Financial

Projects funded from various funding sources, as noted above.

Maintenance works funded from the General Fund.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.

 


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23 January 2024

 

8.7        Regional Services Gundagai

8.7.1      Regional Services Gundagai Works Report for December 2023

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405963

REPORTING OFFICER

Donna Britton, Operations Support Officer - Facilities

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

3. Protected and enhanced environment

3.2 We have attractive towns and villages

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil  

 

Recommendation

The Regional Services Gundagai Report for December 2023, be received and noted.

 

Introduction

The report for December 2023, is a snapshot of the diverse works Gundagai Regional Services performed over the previous month and intends to give an update on the ongoing works being conducted.

Discussion

This report focuses on the divisions projects as we progress through to completion, details our operational activities, informs, and updates the continued routine duties of this division.

1.  Gundagai Parks & Gardens Section – Parks, Reserves, Sporting Fields, and Playgrounds.

Achievements for the month of October include:

·    Spraying and mowing at all cemeteries and parks in preparation for the Christmas period.

·    Irrigation repairs at the North Gundagai Lawn cemetery and Carberry Park.

·    Storm damage clean up after the Christmas day storms.

·    Installation of Christmas decorations in the parks, library, Mirrabooka, and main street.

·    Removal of dangerous limbs from Carberry Park.

2.  Cemeteries

Cemetery achievements include:

·    There have been 2 funerals in December.

·    Ongoing maintenance of all 10 cemeteries continues.

3.  Biosecurity Section:

News and Achievements include:

·    Normal weed control continues to be a priority with qualified staff carrying out successful spot/general spraying.

·    WAP funding inspections/interaction with land holders Brungle Road, Hume Highway, Nurse Murray St

·    Spray activity areas for the month are Old Hume Highway, Tumut Road, Jessop’s Lagoon Road, Ferry St, parks, and cemeteries.

Below are the spray records for the spraying completed for December 2023.

4.  Gundagai Public & Council Facilities:

Carberry Park Public Toilet block with lift & change accessible bathroom slab has been laid and service run with the next stage of the project due to commence in the coming week.

A construction site with a fence and trees

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Gundagai Visitor information Centre renovations have started with the relocation to the library toolbox room.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Signage has been installed on the Carberry Park toilet block directing people to the location of the interim site for the Visitor Information Centre.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Demolition works to start on the VIC in the coming weeks.

5.   Gundagai RV Park Income Dec 23

01/12/23 – 31/12/23

Total Income $253.30

 

6.  Gundagai Waste:

Landfill/Transfer Station Operations

·    Drum muster collect took place with approximately 3500 drums being removed and recycled.

·    Regional services staff attended the REROC Waste Forum.

·    Transfer stations were continually clean up by staff over the holiday period due to large number of people dumping rubbish. Transfer station gates at Muttama, Nangus and Coolac had to be repaired due to electrical interruption due to seasonal storms and vandalism.

A group of garbage containers

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Gundagai Landfill/ Transfer Station Dec 2023

01/12/23 – 31/12/23

General Income $3376.88

Income from metal recycling $29080.63

 

7.  Compliance:

Compliance with the Companion Animals Act 1998

Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 – Reg 217(1)(f)

·    One dog was collected and held until it was rehomed.

·    Stock on Nangus Road, stock returned to paddock by staff and owner contacted.

·    Goats on the road at Tumblong were put back in the paddock by staff and owner contacted.

·    Unattended vehicles park in public spaces in Eagle Street, South Gundagai were instructed to be removed, with notices attached to windscreens. Majority of vehicles have since been moved. Council staff will continue to follow up.

·    Abandoned vehicle on Tumut Road was removed with owner contacted.

8.  Gundagai Saleyards:

Water leak at the saleyards was repaired.

Financial

There are no further financial implications as all work has been carried out as per the approved 23/24 budget allocations.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

There are no implications to the guidelines.

 


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23 January 2024

 

8.8        Regional Services Cootamundra

8.8.1      Regional Services Department Monthly Works Report

DOCUMENT NUMBER

406248

REPORTING OFFICER

Wayne Bennett, Manager Regional Services Cootamundra

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations  

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

2. A region for the future

2.2 A thriving region that attracts people to live, work and visit

 

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil 

 

Recommendation

The Cootamundra Regional Services Department, Monthly Works Report be received and noted.

 

Introduction

This report has been prepared to inform Council of the activities undertaken by the Cootamundra Regional Services Department over the month of December 2023.

Discussion

1.   Cootamundra Parks & Gardens & Sportfields Section

Works have consisted in most part of mowing and maintaining the sport fields, urban and village public open spaces and associated facilities. The regular rainfall is maintaining strong grass growth.

 

2.   Cootamundra Urban Street Tree Unit

Staff continue to work through the substantial back log of customer requests, with actions based on priorities.  Due to recent storms there has been an increase in cleaning up trees damaged due to storm damaged. 

 

3.   Cootamundra Public Facilities Unit

Staff are carrying out the routine maintenance of Council’s open space facilities e.g., public toilets, BBQ’s, playgrounds etc. This Unit also carries out Council’s regulated safety inspection of all Cootamundra playgrounds, Sportfields and carries out minor repairs to local street and park furniture, vandalism, litter bins etc.

Due to the holiday season there has been a substantial increase in visitor usage of town and village public facilities and the need for additional maintenance and cleaning.

4.   Landfill/Transfer Station Operations Unit

Council/Management will continue to seek opportunities that will both improve the level of waste reduction, reuse and increase cost recovery.

There has been an increase in landfill visitation due to residents undertaking extra clean up works in preparation for the holiday season. Also, substantial additional green waste coming in due to storm damage clean up works.

 

5.       Rangers Report

Companion Animals

1 dog seized and returned to owner.

6 dogs seized and released to owner.

1 cat seized rehomed to rescue.

3 dogs surrendered, and rehomed.

 

Total registrations paid $1,580.00.

              

Council Rangers attended 1 barking dog issues.

 

Council Rangers reported 5 illegal dumping incidents.

 

Council Rangers attended 1 straying Stock.

 

Education programs running for Cleaning up after your dog and keeping dogs on leash.

 

Poo bag stations regularly being filled up.

 

Council Rangers attended 1 dog incident.

 

3 PINS issued.

 

Sheep Sales

06/12 – 1013 yarded - high price $160 Avg $74.14


 


 

WEED SPRAYING FOR DECEMBER 2023.

Date

Location

Application

Land Use

Weed

Chemical/s

Quantity

Amount of Spray Mix

Operator

1/12/2023

Burley Griffin Way/ Milvale Road

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort//Briar

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

4/12/2023

Hillbank Lane

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort//Briar/Scotch Thistle

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

 

Bouloora Lane

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort

Metsulfuron

120g

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

 

 

 

5/12/2023

Olympic Highway

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort/Briar

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

7/12/2023

Stockinbingal Cemetery

Spot Spray

Reserve

Various Weeds

Glyphosate

1l

100l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

10g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

100ml

 

 

 

Olympic Highway

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort/Briar

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

8/12/2023

Silo Road, Back Nubba, Black springs

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort/Briar

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

12/12/2023

North Jindalee Road

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort

Metsulfuron

60g

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

13/12/2023

Burley Griffin Way

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort/Blackberry

Metsulfuron

120g

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

 

Sale Yards

Spot Spray

Roadside

Various Weeds

Glyphosate

6l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

15/12/2023

Muttama Road

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

18/12/2023

Old Gundagai Road

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort/ Briar

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

19/12/2023

Old Gundagai Road

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort/Briar

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

20/12/2023

Rosehill Road

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort/ Blackberry

Triclophy & Picloram

3l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

600ml

 

 

21/12/2023

Beggan Beggan/Rosehill Road

Spot Spray

Roadside

St John's Wort/ Bathurst Burr

Triclophy & Picloram

1l

200l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

20g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wetter

200ml

 

 

22/12/2023

Olympic Hwy/Muttama Road

Spot Spray

Roadside

African Love Grass/Johnson Grass

Glyphosate

6l

600l

Jabe Polsen

 

 

 

 

 

Metsulfuron

60g

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gly-assist

1.2l

 

 


 


Financial

Currently there are no negative financial consequence to Councils adopted operational or capital budgets and approved programs.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

All works and budgets detailed within this report align with the OLG 23a guidelines and Councils 2022/2023 Financial and Operational Plans.

 

 

 

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

9            Motion of which Notice has been Given

9.1         Notice of Motion - Christmas in Cootamundra

DOCUMENT NUMBER

405986

REPORTING OFFICER

Leigh Bowden, Councillor

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Matt Stubbs, Deputy General Manager - Operations    

 

The following Notice of Motion signed by Councillor Cr Bowen was submitted on 16 January, 2024.

I hereby give notice of my intention to move the following motion at the Council meeting of Tuesday, 23 January, 2024:

Motion

That a report be prepared and submitted to Council recommending that; Council considers funding and organising the Christmas celebration in Cootamundra until such time as an appropriate organisation has the capacity to manage it.

 

With the demise of Business Cootamundra, the organisation that had traditionally organized the Cootamundra Christmas Street Party, there was no body in place to organise the event in Cootamundra. Expressions of interest were called for and, at the Council Meeting in October 2023, The Coota District Co-op was awarded the event.

The Christmas celebration, called “Christmas in Coota”, was scheduled for Thursday 14, December. In the seven weeks prior to the event, a voluntary committee was able to pull together a very successful event and within the $10,000 budget, allocated by Council.

However, the members of the voluntary committee suffered significant stress taking on the extra work, especially with such a short time frame. To some extent the additional work impacted on their own businesses. The committee was unanimous in its decision not to undertake it again.

The town Christmas celebration is a community event, which promotes social cohesion, economic development and tourism opportunities. As such, it is well within the Council’s purview.  To pass this resolution now would enable Council staff time to plan for the event and for funds to be allocated in next year’s budget.

 


Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

23 January 2024

 

10         Questions with Notice

Nil

11         Confidential Items   

Nil